Excel V™ Laser Aftercare Instructions

Normal reactions:

• Redness, warmth, mild swelling (sunburn-like) for 24-72 h; occasional bruising or “bug-bite” bumps can last up to 14 days.

• Brown spots often darken, then flake off in 3-14 days, depending on body site.

• Very rare: tiny blisters or scabs - keep them intact and call us if they enlarge.

First 48 hours:

• Cool compress / ice pack 10 min every hour while awake to ease heat and swelling.

• Sleep with the treated area elevated if possible.

• Wash gently with a mild cleanser and lukewarm water; pat dry.

• Apply a bland moisturizer or thin layer of Aquaphor® as needed.

• Skip hot tubs, saunas, vigorous workouts, or very hot showers.

Days 2-7:

• Do not pick, rub, or exfoliate.

• Pause retinoids, acids, benzoyl peroxide, vitamin C, and shaving until skin is calm (about 5-7 days).

• Makeup is fine after 24 h if skin is intact.

Sun care (critical):

• Zero direct sun for 14 days; no tanning beds or self-tanner for 4 weeks.

• Broad-spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours outdoors, plus hat/UPF clothing.

Results & number of sessions:

• Visible improvement emerges within 2-6 weeks as redness fades and pigment lifts; collagen remodeling continues for months.

• Typical course:

  • Small vessels / freckles: 1-3 sessions.

  • Diffuse redness, rosacea, larger leg or facial veins: 2-5 sessions, spaced ~4 weeks apart, with annual maintenance.

Call us if you notice:

• Swelling or redness persisting >5 days

• Increasing pain, yellow drainage, or fever

• Any blister larger than a pencil-eraser

• New dark/light patches after 2 weeks